Janney is an award-winning full-service financial services firm committed to understanding our clients' needs and providing advice beyond investments. We are equally committed to building a diverse workforce and inclusive culture where employees can use their talents to thrive and grow professionally with the firm.
The Trade Support Associate is responsible for supporting post-trade execution activities across a variety of asset classes. This role works closely with internal trading desks, operations teams, and external counterparties to ensure timely and accurate processing, reconciliation, and resolution of trade-related activity. This is an entry-level position designed to build foundational knowledge of middle office operations within a fast-paced financial services environment.
What you are good at
- Support post-trade processing activities across multiple asset classes including equities, fixed income, mutual funds, ETFs, and other products
- Monitor and assist in resolving trade exceptions, including trade breaks, fails, and discrepancies
- Perform trade verification and reconciliation to ensure accuracy between internal systems and external counterparties
- Assist in the trade confirmation process and escalate issues as needed
- Communicate professionally with internal stakeholders (trading desks, financial advisors, operations teams) and external parties (brokers, custodians, counterparties)
- Maintain accurate and timely documentation of trade activity and exception resolution
- Identify potential operational risks or inefficiencies and escalate to senior team members
- Participate in team projects, process improvements, and system enhancements as assigned
- Adhere to firm policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements
What you have
Required Experience:
- 0–2 years of experience in financial services, operations, or related field (internships considered)
- Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics, Business, or related field preferred (or equivalent experience)
- Basic understanding of financial markets and securities products is a plus
Required Skills:
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Effective verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Word, Outlook)
- Willingness to learn and develop knowledge of middle office functions, systems, and industry practices
Why work for us?
Benefits: Janney believes that its employees are the key to what makes a great company. Although work makes up a large portion of an employee’s life, we believe that a balance between work and non-work activities is essential to maintain quality performance and a positive work atmosphere. We offer a competitive package including Paid Parental Leave, generous Paid Time Off, eligibility for a $2,000 referral bonus, Employee Ownership, and Professional Development Assistance Plan designed to help you make the most of your life at work and at home—today and in the future. Explore further.
Janney is an award-winning full-service financial services firm committed to understanding our clients' needs and providing advice beyond investments. We are equally committed to building a diverse workforce and inclusive culture where employees can use their talents to thrive and grow professionally with the firm. Fostering a positive workplace experience remains a top priority. We’ve earned the Great Place to Work® certification, which recognizes employers that create an outstanding employee experience. Based entirely on what current employees say about their experience working at Janney, this prestigious recognition underscores our commitment to our people and culture. People are our strongest asset. We recognize that when our team members thrive, our firm is more successful.
Janney is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions on the basis of merit and business needs.